Crockpot Chicken Drumsticks
A delicious and easy dish of tender, flavorful chicken cooked effortlessly in a crockpot, perfect for busy families.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken drumsticks
- 1 cup chicken broth Keeps the chicken moist
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Used in spice rub
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to make a spice rub.
- Rub the spice mixture evenly all over the chicken drumsticks.
Cooking
- Place the seasoned drumsticks in the bottom of your crockpot in a single layer.
- Pour the chicken broth over the drumsticks until they are partially covered.
- Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
- Check doneness with a meat thermometer; it should read 165°F (75°C).
- Remove drumsticks and garnish with fresh herbs if desired before serving.
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Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in the spice mixture for a few hours or overnight. You can also sear the drumsticks before adding them to the crockpot for a crispy skin.